Pheasant Cuckoo
Dromococcyx phasianellus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="dromococcyx-phasianellus"></birdfyi-bird>The Pheasant Cuckoo (Dromococcyx phasianellus) is a bird species in the family Cuculidae (cuckoos), within the order Cuculiformes (cuckoos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 32.6 cm and a weight of 88.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Pheasant Cuckoo (Dromococcyx phasianellus) — 35–40 cm. Streaked brown; long graduated rufous tail barred black; pale buff below. Humid tropical forest from Mexico to Bolivia and Brazil. Brood parasite targeting antbirds and small passerines. Skulking; rarely observed despite its loud whistled song. Insectivore.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 32.6 cm | 12.8 in |
| Weight | 88.48333333333333 g | 3.12 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO.
Sound
Song
Deep, guttural croaking call; resonant low notes carrying across open South American tropical forest edge.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Family | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Dromococcyx |
| Species | Dromococcyx phasianellus |
Distribution
Pheasant Cuckoo has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cuculidae family